Jul 18, 2025
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Development bank to be state-led, says Jagdeo
The planned development bank will be a state-led initiative, not a private sector project, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo said on Thursday. Speaking at his…
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International hospital to be constructed in Silica City
As part of the government’s plan to build a modern city away from the coastline called Silica City, investors have already expressed interest in constructing…
Motorcyclist crushed by lorry on Covent Garden Public Road
Gerald Da Silva, a 55-year-old motorcyclist of Lot 10, Covent Garden, East Bank Demerara, lost his life in a tragic accident around 16:05 hrs today…
No guarantee Cabinet will remain unchanged once reelected
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, says there is no guarantee that the current Cabinet will remain unchanged once the…
MPs not immune from prosecution, says Jagdeo
Members of Parliament in Guyana do not have immunity from criminal prosecution, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo said on Thursday, warning that sanctioned businessman Azruddin Mohammed…
Employers statutorily obligated to grant time off for employees to vote in elections
Employers across Guyana are reminded that they are statutorily obligated to grant employees reasonable time off to vote on election day without loss of pay…
Corentyne driver remanded for double fatal hit-and-run at Springlands
A Corentyne man has been remanded to prison following his appearance at the Springlands Magistrate’s Court on multiple charges stemming from a tragic hit-and-run accident…
Emancipation Festival to feature vibrant celebrations
The African Cultural and Development Association (ACDA) has officially launched its Emancipation Festival 2025, promising a vibrant celebration of African heritage, culture, and resilience. At…
Foton truck line to help power Guyana’s transport sector
Guyana’s heavy-duty transport industry on Wednesday has received a major boost as Machinery Corporation of Guyana (MACORP) and its subsidiary, Industrial Supply of Guyana (ISG),…
Murder suspect Kendell Joseph found dead
Kendell Joseph, 26, of Tuseneng Village, North Pakaraimas, a suspect in the July 11 double homicide of Clifton Thomas and Sylvester Thomas at Tuseneng Creek,…
Mohamed accused of obstructing justice
Businessman and political figure Azruddin Mohamed has been accused of attempting to obstruct the course of justice in relation to a criminal assault case involving…
Chase set for finals in ExxonMobil U-14 Football
Chase Academic Foundation will defend their title on Sunday in the boys' final of the ExxonMobil U-14 Football Championship, organised by the Petra Organisation, at…
Former GTU President gets 19 years for child rape
Former educator and past president of the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU), Colwyn King, was today sentenced to 19 years in prison. Three weeks ago, the…
Digital ‘panic button’ system to help fight domestic violence
The government will roll out a digital ‘panic button’ system to help domestic violence victims quickly alert security agencies and receive emergency assistance. President Dr…
Taxes to be slashed on four-door pickups
Taxes on four-door pickup trucks are set to be reduced as part of a broader national strategy aimed at easing the tax burden, increasing disposable…
$1.5B in contracts signed in Mahdia
Residents of Region Eight are set to benefit from a series of infrastructure upgrades across Mahdia and surrounding communities, following the signing of 110 contracts…
Workforce-ready education system strengthened with $360M TVET centre in Bartica
The Ministry of Education has commissioned a new state-of-the-art Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) facility at Bartica Secondary School in Region Seven, as…
Clive Lloyd: ’We have to examine all aspects of West Indies cricket’
Clive Lloyd has said that "all aspects" of West Indian cricket need to be examined after he was invited to be part of an emergency…